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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Palette of King Narmer

For Students 6th - 8th
The Palette of King Narmer is so precious it is never allowed to leave the country. This source brings it into your classroom in the form of vibrant pictures and descriptions. The different theories about what the pictures on the palette...
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Other

Cyberbullying Research Center

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has links to other sites about cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is when E-mail, Instant Messaging (IM), Chatrooms, Bash Boards, Small Text-Messages (SMS), Web Sites, and Voting Booths are used to spread rumors, negative images,...
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Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Nonfiction and Research: Nonfiction Forms and Traits [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is a chart showing the types of nonfiction, the traits of each, and the author's purpose.
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The Tech Interactive

The Tech Museum of Innovation: Animal Rescue [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Scientists often need to gather information in order to form a deeper understanding of the problem. Can your team gather scientific evidence to help inform the design of a device that will help move endangered animals from one protected...
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PBS

Pbs Nova: The Mysterious Life of Caves

For Students 9th - 10th
Companion to a PBS program in the Nova series. There are wonderful photos of the Lechuguilla cave system in New Mexico, and some new information on how caves are formed.
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Univ of Oregon: Attributions as Behavior Explanations: Toward a New Theory [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This scholarly paper proposes a new attribution theory which is based on the premise that forming an attribution means providing an explanation of something, particularly of behavior. The author first looks at classic attribution theory,...
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Other

Nysed: The Great Railroad Strike of 1877

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This very complete lesson plan from the New York State Library uses newspaper accounts to give a "you are there" feeling to the discussion of the Railroad Strike of 1877. Included are a history of the strike, student activities,...
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Fqs: Debate "Quality of Qualitative Research"

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This link provides information about forming you debate speech. It foucuses on the quality of the quantity of your speech.
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: How a Hybrid Works

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In Lesson 4, students conclude the Research and Revise step of the Legacy Cycle, as they investigate different forms of hybrid engines as well as briefly conclude a look at the different forms of potential energy. Students apply basic...
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American Institutes for Research

Center on Response to Intervention: Using Rti to Improve Student Learning

For Teachers K - 1st
This downloadable PDF guide explains how leaders can use a research-based framework for response to intervention (RTI) to improve learning for all students. The majority of states have some form of RTI initiative in place already. This...
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American Cancer Society

American Cancer Society: Prostate Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Cancer Society provides a wealth of information regarding prostate cancer. Content includes a general overview, a detailed guide, and links to other sources of information. This site is an excellent starting point for...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Saving Crystal River

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Explore the effects that an invasive species can have on the environment. In this interactive instructional activity, students learn how Lyngbya, a destructive form of algae, is creating environmental problems for the plants and wildlife...
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American Cancer Society

American Cancer Society: Melanoma Skin Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Cancer Society provides a wealth of information about melanoma skin cancer. Content includes a general overview, a detailed guide, and links to other sources of information. An excellent starting point to learn about this...
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PBS

Pbs Online News Hour Extra: u.s. Economy's Troubles Hurt Alternative Energy Plans

For Students 9th - 10th
Because of recession and the costs of gas on the decline, many worry that the search for new forms of energy will be put on hold. Read and discuss as a class these concerns. October 24, 2008
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Tree House Weather Kids: Clouds and Moisture: Rain, Snow, Sleet, and Hail

For Students 3rd - 8th
Animated resource teaches young researchers about the different forms of precipitation.
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Other

Improve Your Brain: Music Makes You Smarter Research

For Students 9th - 10th
This research site contains loads of information in either text of link form. You can research the brain and music, how they relate to each other and the affects that it causes. The list of possibilites is endless, just click and enjoy.
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Other

Premier Payroll Research Library: Fringe Benefits

For Students 9th - 10th
This article has the employer realize the importance of reporting fringe benefits to the IRS. This explains what fringe benefits are. Lists certain benefits that may be excluded from income as well as others which may not be excluded.
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Oklahoma Historical Society

Ohs Research Center: Final Report of the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921 [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you will find the final 188-page report of the Oklahoma Commission examining the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921, issued in February, 2001. Included are several reports from 1921 as well as historical perspective and current...
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National Institutes of Health

National Eye Institute: Glaucoma What You Should Know

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the National Eye Institute offers a detailed fact sheet on glaucoma. Content addresses what glaucoma is, how the eye is damaged, how the disease develops, the various treatments available, and much more. Additional...
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Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: 10th Lit/comp

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Contains learning modules on the following topics: Research and MLA Foundations, Novels and Short Stories, Poetry: the Sonnet, Shakespearean Drama, Informative and Argumentative Essays,Research and MLA Review, Narrative Nonfiction,...
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Other

National Renewable Energy Laboratory: Learning About Renewable Energy

For Students 6th - 8th
Extensive information about the different forms of renewable energy, energy efficiencies that can be achieved, energy research, and the many applications for renewable energy production.
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Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)

Smile: Sample Science Fair Judging Forms

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Two nice examples of documents you can use for judging science fair projects, one for judge registration, etc. and the other for actual project judging. This particular form comes from the Chicago public schools. Adapt it to your own...
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Exploring the Environment: Water Quality

For Students 5th - 9th
A project based scenario where students research problems and come up with answers to a local water board's concerns over water quality in the watershed. Background information is accessible for the following topics: importance of water,...
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Olmec Civilization at San Andres, Tabasco, Mx

For Students 9th - 10th
A significant part of the research is a form of early writing. La Venta's hierarchy is defined by artifacts found during excavations.